What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-81
CleansingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingHydroxypropyl Bis-Hydroxyethyldimonium Chloride
HumectantSodium Grapeseedamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingNasturtium Officinale Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningHedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water, Polyquaternium-81, Cetearyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Menthyl Lactate, Hydroxypropyl Bis-Hydroxyethyldimonium Chloride, Sodium Grapeseedamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Hyaluronic Acid, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Mentha Piperita Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Ceramide Ng, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Nasturtium Officinale Leaf/Stem Extract, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itās still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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